Delta of Venus
(Author) Anais NinIn Delta of Venus Anaïs Nin conjures up a glittering cascade of sexual encounters. Creating her own 'language of the senses', she explores an area that was previously the domain of male writers and brings to it her own unique perceptions. Her vibrant and impassioned prose evokes the essence of female sexuality in a world where only love has meaning. Her second volume of erotic writings, Little Birds, is also published by Penguin.
Anais Nin
Anais Nin (1903-1977) was a French-Cuban-American writer known for her diaries, which explore themes of love, passion, and self-discovery. Her most notable works include "Delta of Venus" and "Henry and June," which pushed boundaries in terms of erotic literature. Nin's writing style is characterized by its introspective and lyrical prose, often blurring the lines between fiction and autobiography. She is considered a pioneer of feminist literature and a key figure in the genre of confessional writing. Anais Nin's most famous work is "The Diary of Anais Nin," a multi-volume collection that offers a candid and intimate look into her life and innermost thoughts.